Lifestyle Factors and Headache Risk: New Insights from Research

MigraineMind
Dec 31, 2025
1 min read

Research Summary

A recent study published in Medicine (Baltimore) examined the link between lifestyle behaviors and headaches, specifically migraines and tension-type headaches (TTH). Researchers conducted a comprehensive review using data from 32,197 participants across seven studies. The analysis found no significant association between alcohol consumption, body mass index (BMI), smoking, or physical activity and the risk of developing migraines or TTH. Relative risk values were calculated, showing no notable correlation: for alcohol and migraine (RR = 0.87), BMI and migraine (RR = 1.13), and smoking/activity/alcohol and TTH (RRs ranging from 0.91 to 1.12). Further research is needed to verify these findings.

Study Details

📄 Title: The relationship between lifestyle behaviors and tension-type headache and migraine: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

👥 Research Team: Gao T et al.

📚 Published In: Medicine (Baltimore)

📅 Publication Date: 2025 Dec 26

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.